Jose Mourinho has been linked with some of his former Chelsea players (Picture: Getty Images)

Ever since Jose Mourinho was appointed Manchester United manager there has been plenty of speculation he will raid Chelsea to bring some of his former players to Old Trafford.

However, it seems unlikely that many Chelsea players will be looking to join their old boss this summer. His time at Stamford Bridge came to an inglorious end and it was rumoured that he had lost the dressing room.

Whilst there were undoubtedly a few players that will have maintained a positive relationship with the Portuguese, the alleged poison-filled atmosphere at the end of his reign may dramatically have reduced the number of stars Mourinho could target.

For instance, it’s highly unlikely Eden Hazard, Diego Costa or Thibaut Courtois would consider working under Mourinho again, while the likes of Cesc Fabregas and Pedro are probably not the kind of players he wants to kick-start his reign at Old Trafford.

This is very different situation to when he left Chelsea in 2006 where the squad was deeply upset at his departure.

It is not inconceivable that, had he joined Manchester United after the end of his first spell in charge, he would have tried to convince Chelsea legends John Terry, Didier Drogba and Frank Lampard to join him.

Chelsea fans may have to face the prospect of seeing their iconic former manager in the opposition dugout next season, but there will be relief that he is unlikely to be taking to many of his former players with him.

Could Mourinho tempt Willian to Old Trafford?

Willian has been heavily linked with a reunion with Mourinho and a move to Old Trafford this summer.

However, Chelsea fans should not be too worried as it is highly unlikely the Brazil international will leave Stamford Bridge in this transfer window.

Willian had a fabulous season with the Blues and it would take a massive offer for Chelsea to even consider selling him.

Manchester United are not in the Champions League so it is difficult to image the player being prepared to give up living in London, and his relationship with the club’s fans, without that at least being on the table.